Description
Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo Sauce is a creamy, hearty dish that elevates comfort food to a new level. Tender chicken and ricotta meatballs are enveloped in a luscious spinach-infused Alfredo sauce, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special gatherings. This nutritious meal can be served over pasta, rice, or enjoyed on its own as a satisfying appetizer. Impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make recipe that combines rich flavors and wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs about one inch in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of at least 165°F).
- While the meatballs bake, heat heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add remaining chopped spinach to the sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Toss the cooked meatballs gently in the Alfredo sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs with sauce (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 165mg